Who are Aria Foods?
1. We are the UK's largest dairy company and 4th largest in the world!
We are a farmer owned co-operative.
2. We are the creator of household brands such as Cravendale@, Anchor@, Lurpak@, Castello@, and many more of your favourites!
Duties
We have an exciting vacancy within our Operations team for a Transport Team Leader
(Transport Shift Manager)
3. Working a 4 on 4 off pro rata on a 42 hour week contract including on call, one weekend in four (on
call salary uplift applicable)
4. Responsible for a shift in the day to day operation of the collection of raw milk from our producers
who, as a co-operative business, are also our owners
5. You will lead a team of drivers operating Bulk Farm collection and Bulk Tanker delivery vehicles.
6. Reporting into the Inbound Operations Manager, you will ensure that daily activity aligns with the business plan along with legal compliance and health & safety
7. Closely liaising with Head Office, you will plan and organise the shift to ensure efficient and effective management of the milk collection operation, as the first point of contact for farmers and resolving issues as they arise
8. You will participate in route planning, using systems such as Verilocation, Opitool
9. As a people manager, you will motivate your team to succeed but also be responsible for day to day training, development, performance management, absence management, discipline and grievances
10. Ensuring the Health & Safety mandate is adhere to at all times
Whatarewelooking for?
11. Experienced Transport Team Leaders or Shift Managers who have experience managing a team of drivers in a similar fast paced environment.
12. We are looking for someone with a Transport Manager National CPC qualification or someone who is enthusiastic and willing to gain the qualification which we would cover the costs for.
13. We are looking for proactive and forward thinking leaders with the ability to deliver accurate results under tight and pressured time constraints.
14. The team a site is very people-orientated and we are looking for someone who is a true people person and wants to bring the best out in people.
Without the ongoing delivery of raw milk to our dairies we cannot produce high quality dairy products for our customers, so this role is essential in achieving our business goals, if you'd like to be a part of this amazing journey click apply or reach out if you have any questions!
Please apply using the link or reach out to Tony Clapham, Talent Partner, at Arla Foods